Even though the DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth was up against some stiff event competition during its four-day run, attendance was still comparable to that of the 2013 Show, Show officials were pleased to announce.

“On Thursday we had trick or treat to contend with, and then on the weekend there was a NASCAR race, TCU game and Cowboys game. Those are all very popular Fall activities for Tarrant County folks, but we still were able to record a gate of 130,980 that was just less than one percent under 2013’s attendance. Needless to say, we were very pleased,” said Jim Hardick, 2013 DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth chairman.

The DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth celebrated Opening Day and Halloween with its first ever “Trunk or Treat” event. Children of all ages (and even some adults) dressed up in costumes ranging from Disney princesses to super heroes. Each child received a complimentary “Trunk or Treat” bag from Lightening McQueen that they were able to fill with treats distributed by Auto Show exhibitors.

“Our exhibitors were very generous with the treats that they handed out to the kiddos,” said Lee Chapman, president of the Dallas Fort Worth Metropolitan New Car Dealers Association (DFW NCDA). “Each child who left the Show had a bag filled to the brim with candy, pencils, toys and other trinkets. And most of the kids who participated came in costume which made it an even more festive atmosphere.”

“The manufacturers and dealers did a great job of showcasing their 2014 lineups at the Show this year,” Hardick said. “The Show was not only a great opportunity for serious car buyers to compare a variety of different vehicles under one roof, it gave auto enthusiasts the chance to see some models that they have only seen on the internet or in magazines.”

Visitors to the Show were able to take their research a step further at the DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth Ride & Drive Event that was conveniently located right outside the doors of the Fort Worth Convention Center at the Water Garden. Manufacturer participants included Chevrolet and GMC, Ford, and Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep and Ram.

Rounding out the DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth experience was the Memory Lane Classic Car Show that was held on Saturday. Approximately 75 collectors shared their passion for classic cars with Auto Show visitors. American made vehicles from 1979 and older were represented at the Show.

“This has become such a wonderful addition to the DFW Auto Show in Fort Worth,” Chapman said. “These collectors obviously love showing off their vehicles and sharing stories with our Show attendees. We hope this event will continue to be part of the Show for years to come.”